Ghost Hunting

Ghost Hunting

Ghost hunters use a variety of techniques and tools to investigate alleged paranormal activity. While there is no universal acceptance among ghost hunters of the following methodologies, a number of these are commonly utilized by ghost hunting groups.

Still photography and video: using digital, night vision, infrared, and even disposable cameras.

Tablet PC: to record data, audio, video and even environmental fluctuations such as electromagnetic fields.

Ambient temperature measurement: using thermographic cameras, thermal imaging cameras, infrared thermometers, and other infrared temperature sensors. It should be noted that all of these methods only measure surface temperature and not ambient temperature.

Digital and analog audio recording: to capture any unexplained noises and electronic voice phenomena (EVPs), that may be interpreted as disembodied voices.

Compass: some ghost hunters used compass to determine the location of paranormal spot similar like EMFs.

Geiger counter: to measure fluctuations in radiation.

Ion meters: to detect an excess of negative ions.

Infrared and/or ultrasonic motion sensors: to detect possible anomalous movement within a given area, or to assist in creating a controlled environment where any human movement is detected.

Air quality monitoring equipment: to assess the levels of gases such as carbon monoxide, which are thought to contribute to reports of paranormal activity.

Infrasound monitoring equipment: to assess the level of sound vibrations.

Dowsing rods: usually constructed of brass and bent into an L-shape.

Psychics, mediums, or clairvoyants: trance mediums or “sensitive” individuals thought to have the ability to identify and make contact with spiritual entities.

Demonologists, exorcists, and clergy: individuals who may say prayers, give blessings, or perform rituals for the purpose of cleansing a location of alleged ghosts, demons, poltergeists, or “negative energy.”